Probiotics, by definition, are beneficial bacteria that live in our intestinal tract to help us maintain health intestines and colon. There are several species of these bacteria that are helpful to us including lactobacillus acidophilus. The meats we eat contain antibiotics that kill our natural bacteria that reside in our gut. Today, you will replace these healthy bacteria by supplementation.
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Some strains tend to:
There are many strains of probiotics. Research shows some strains can help constipation:http://bit. Ly/1dpcmvs i recommend probiotics to patients with constipation. If one type doesn't help try another. Diet & exercise can help too. Many with constipation have magnesium deficiency, hypothyroidism &/or intestinal candidiasis. See http://huff. To/15mbzao, http://bit. Ly/1dpai09 & http://bit. Ly/14aneey.
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Probiotic:
There are many good products. The ones that work have to survive the stomach acid so the beneficial bacteria can make it alive into the colon area. Looks for brands that say acid resistant or formulated to resist stomach acid. One probiotic that survives stomach juices is theralac (google it). You may try different ones. Be sure to drink lots of water everyday.
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Probiotics:
Although very hyped, there is currently little proof at this time that probiotics provide substantial health benefit, except in specific circumstances. Therefore, if you have side effects from a particular product, I would stop it. Consider adding extra fiber to your diet. When you do, be sure to drink extra liquid too. If you go back to probiotics, consider a different product. Good luck.
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No dependency.:
If you decide to take probiotics, your body will not become dependent on them, and you can stop them at any time with no problems. Except in unusual clinical circumstances, however, regular use of probiotics hasn't been shown to improve your health. Since there doesn't seem to be many potential side effects, deciding to take probiotics is a personal choice. Good luck.
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Probiotic research:
Indicates that they help w/constipation. Here's a summary:"slowed “gut transit time” by 12.4 hours, increased the number of weekly bowel movements by 1.3, and helped soften stools, " Dr. Ohira's brand is a well-respected one. Peace and good health.
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Nothing.:
In a breast fed baby, even 10 days without a poop isn't considered constipation. Breast milk is so completely digestible, sometimes there isn't enough stuff left in the bowel to make a proper stool.
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Bloat & constipation:
Sounds like you are on the right track. Please do see your doctor. You MAY have a food sensitivity and until you find out what the offending food is the symptoms can continue. Your doc can do a food sensitivity panel. Peace and good health.
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OK to take together.:
There should be no problem with this combination. There are plenty of meds that can be used to treat constipation. If you are still having trouble may want to consider one of the more standard therapies.
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4ever:
Maybe a week or two. It has to enhance your baby's natural microbiome. Try 'baby' pear or Apple juice on a temporary basis. It contains sorbitol which is a natural laxative. Organic is better. 5 ml twice a day should do it. The biggest risk is that your baby will LOVE it and you don't want to make a habit of that.
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Maybe a little:
This product is in the category of anecdotal endorsement. There are many reports from individuals who say they had good improvement in their digestive problems with this product. Some report no improvement. There is no scientific proof one way or the other. Theoretically, "improving" bowel flora can help improve bowel motility, improving constipation. Dietary fiber, fluids, exercise cost less:)
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Fiber & exercise:
Eating more vegetable and/or fiber supplement plus a regular exercise program with adequate water intake will likely be helpful. If you take probiotics, make sure that they are coated to prevent the stomach acid from deactivating or killing them.
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Yes:
Probiotics contain different types of micro-organisms such as yeast (saccharomyces boulardii) and bacteria (such as lactobacillus, bifidobacterium). This can change your gut flora and your bowel habits. See a doctor if you are having fevers or pain. Https://www. Webmd. Com/drugs/2/drug-163888/adult-probiotic-oral/details
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Moderation is good:
You're on the right track. Eating a balanced diet that includes fiber, drinking lots of water and exercise is the first step. If your exercise is too vigorous, though, you can get dehydrated, which can worsen the constipation. Certain meds can cause it, also. If those measures don't work well enough, prunes or apple juice or pectin products like jelly beans or even nuts can help. Try meds last
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Vitamins:
A good multivitamin is a good idea. It's like an insurance policy for when we don't eat right, don't sleep well, or are especially stressed. Go to a good store or get some guidance because the popular brands are typically very week and not helpful. The dose (read label and check that half or more of the ingredients are several 100 per cent above RDA. Dose more important than a long list.
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Saccharomyces:
probiotic has been evaluated prospectively in several clinical trials, and seems to have efficacy in a limited number of conditions. However, constipation is not one of them. That being said, taking saccharomyces will not worsen your constipation.
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Regular Feed???:
Constipation is best defined as a thickened or dry stool produced when the large intestine extracts too much water. Breast fed babies can have poo every feed or only 1/wk. If it is soft, it is normal. Solids like cereal or applesauce are natural constipators & I don't advise their use at this young age. Full strength apple juice or prune juice @ 1 oz once or twice daily will often loosen stools.
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A trial of:
A Probiotic preparation is certainly worth it but at your age I would suggest a GI evaluation to rule out more specific issues which could cause the symptoms you describe! We do not recommend a specific preparation on Health Tap however your Pharmacist may be able to suggest an effective OTC preparation.

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Other basics:
Do you try to move bowel twice a day, after breakfast and dinner, at least 5 minutes, regardless the result? Do you drink plenty of fluid including juices containing large amount of soluble fibers such as apple or prune juice? Have you consulted with your doctor (to rule out neurologic conditions and hirschsprung disease)?
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Pro mean with:
And bio means life. Probiotics help the GI system digest food. Anti means against. So, if one takes excessive antibiotics (which are sometimes needed) they can kill off the good bacteria in our GI systems and we can have digestive problems. This can happen w/out antibiotics at times too. So, the probiotics replace the good bacteria that are missing or low. Peace and good health. Try and see.
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Lactobacillus.:
Though some will recommend the use of any probiotic strain or those in yogurt, lactobacillus rhamnosus (especially lactobacillus gg) is one of the more extensively studied probiotics and may offset side effects associated with antibiotics. The fact that your child is on antibiotics suggests that the level of kidney involvement is significant, therefore continue to take the antibiotics as suggested!
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Please do not:
Think that higher numbers of probiotics are better or a specific type is best. It safer to look for MIXED probiotics. The refrigerated are generally stronger because they are more alive. Peace and good health.
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Abd, bowel symptoms:
Well you can get full easily if you are contipated, but you are also 39 yo and unfortunately we are seeing colon cancer in younger pts. If you have a change in bowel habits, fatique, and belching you could have a number of things: peptic ulcer which is bleeding, or colon/stomach cancer.Best to have your primary md draw some blood to macke sure not anemic and get scoped both upper and lower gi.
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